1990 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2013 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen CC is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen CC (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 147 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen CC.
With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Volkswagen CC (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Astro. 2013 Volkswagen CC has automatic transmission and 1990 Chevrolet Astro has manual transmission. 1990 Chevrolet Astro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volkswagen CC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Chevrolet Astro | 2013 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Astro | CC |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2711 mm |